Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER
Remove the clip and battery service hole cover.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
w/ Navigation System (for HDD):
After the ignition switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately a minute to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, wait a minute or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Detach the 8 claws and 2 clips, and remove the front door scuff plate.
REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Detach the 9 claws and 2 clips, and remove the rear door scuff plate.
REMOVE LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH LH
Detach the 2 claws and 2 clips, and remove the lower center pillar garnish.
REMOVE SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY LH
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the bolt and side airbag sensor.